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Which nuclei form the corpus striatum?
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The corpus striatum is formed by three specific nuclei: the caudate nucleus, the putamen, and the globus pallidus.1
While these structures collectively constitute the corpus striatum, they are often categorized into functional subdivisions:
* Neostriatum (or striatum): Comprised of the caudate nucleus and the putamen.1
* Paleostriatum: Refers to the globus pallidus.1
Together, these components serve as a critical part of the basal ganglia, playing a major role in motor function and the regulation of muscle tone.1